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Support Practitioner - Glenrothes

Job details
Posting date: 27 November 2025
Salary: £12.60 to £12.81 per hour
Additional salary information: Plus pension contributions and staff benefits
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 27 December 2025
Location: Glenrothes, Fife
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Sense Scotland
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: JT1221

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Summary

Sense Scotland - Full-time & Part-time | Flexible Shifts | Make a Real Difference

Are you passionate about helping others live life to the fullest? Sense Scotland is looking for Support Workers to join our dedicated team in Finglassie, Glenrothes. This is your chance to embark on a rewarding career where every day brings something new.

Why join us?

>Flexible hours – full or part-time
>Supportive team culture
>Ongoing training & career development
>The chance to make a genuine impact

About the role

You’ll support adults with complex disabilities in their own homes, helping them live independently and enjoy meaningful experiences. From personal care and medication to planning fun activities like swimming, karaoke, arts & crafts, and trips out—you’ll be part of creating joyful moments every day.

About the service

Our Finglassie Service consists of two modern, purpose-built bungalows with spacious communal areas and private bedrooms. We support eight individuals with unique needs, including visual/hearing impairments, learning disabilities, epilepsy, and more. Every support plan is person-centred, focusing on dignity, independence, and happiness.

What you’ll do

>Provide daily living support (personal care, medication, meal prep)
>Organise and join activities—swimming, music, arts, outings
>Work closely with families and professionals
>Keep accurate records and follow individual plans

Shift patterns This is a 24-hour service, so flexibility is key. Shifts include:

>Early & late shifts
>Sleepovers & wakened nights
>Weekends & public holidays

(Driver and a willingness to drive a work vehicle is desirable but not essential.)

What we’re looking for

>A genuine passion for supporting others
>Great communication and teamwork skills
>Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude
>Ability to use initiative and stay organised

(Experience in care is welcome but not required—we’ll provide full training.)

Ready to make a difference? Join Sense Scotland and help us champion the rights and voices of people with complex communication needs. Apply today and start your journey in social care.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.

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